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Fulton County Health Services

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Fulton Urges Residents to Get Flu Shot

Fulton health centers and local pharmacies are currently vaccinating patients against the flu.

Flu season is here. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), now is the time to make sure you're protected. The agency says for the first time in almost a decade, flu season is ramping up early. Fulton County Health Services encourages all residents to protect themselves and their families by getting vaccinated. Vaccines are available at six health centers from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. through the Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness. Alpharetta is home to one of the Fulton County health centers: Residents can get the flu vaccine or the nasal mist (age 2 to 49 years) for $25.  Visa and Master Card (credit and debit), Medicaid, Cigna, United Health care and cash are accepted forms of payment.  Additionally, …

Thursday, August 2, 2012

West Nile Virus a Local Concern

Fulton County representatives warn residents to take precautions.

Fulton County Health Services is urging residents to use preventive measures to deter mosquito growth in their neighborhoods. West Nile Virus (WNV) can cause a serious illness and is transmitted from mosquitoes to humans. The occurrence of this virus increases in the summer and continues into the fall.  “We are entering the season for increased mosquito activity,” says Patrice A. Harris, MD, Director of Fulton County Health Services. “In 2011, two human cases of West Nile Virus were identified in Fulton. It is important for us to continue our prevention program and for everyone to use preventive measures to protect themselves and their families against the virus.”  The Mosquito Squad, which serves the Roswell and Alpharetta area, offered …

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